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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Jaylen WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Jaylen Warren's 12.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. D'Andre Swift edges Jaylen Warren by 0.9 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, D'Andre Swift goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBPittsburgh Steelers#18

Jaylen Warren

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

958

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

333

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Jaylen Warren

Head to Head

13.2 PPG12.3 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Jaylen Warren at 56%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

D'Andre Swift vs Jaylen Warren: The Full Breakdown

D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) and Jaylen Warren (12.3 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. D'Andre Swift played 16 games for the Chicago Bears; Jaylen Warren suited up 16 times for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A 0.9-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Jaylen Warren is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 333 yards, while D'Andre Swift profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1087 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jaylen Warren carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: D'Andre Swift sits Week 10 while Jaylen Warren is off Week 9. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Jaylen Warren (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Jaylen Warren by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jaylen Warren caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Jaylen Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Jaylen Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	12.3
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	197
Rushing Yards	1,087	958
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	59.9
Rushing TDs	9	6
Receptions	34	40
Receiving Yards	299	333
Targets	48	45
Total TDs	10	8
Age	27	27
Experience	5 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 9

Summary

Based on 2025 production, D'Andre Swift holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.2 points per game. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or Jaylen Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Jaylen Warren's 12.3 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did D'Andre Swift and Jaylen Warren average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Jaylen Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Jaylen Warren a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Jaylen Warren by 0.9 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.